Many years ago the man I was dating picked me up at my office downtown. He had a car phone -- just then becoming available. I refused to get in the car. (What an ass I was!) "If time with me wasn't more important than being available by phone....blah, blah, blah...."

Anyway...yes, I have a cell phone and yes, I use it. For example...we have friends who live in a highrise building...when we pick them up we call when we are right around the corner so they can be downstairs when we get there. It's good for letting someone know if I'm stuck in traffic and going to be late. Calling and getting directions when lost. When REALLY stuck in traffic I might call my mother to chat. Long distance charge from home phone..included on cell package! Call when the plane has landed so my husband can pick me up -- neither of us spends time idling around the airport. And of course....safety. If I have car trouble or the like I can call for help.

I don't give the number to very many people....I don't want to be that accessible. But it gives me peace of mind for my safety and convenience!